Marya Akhtar

• Economics Tuition (I/GCSE, A Levels & IB)
• US & UK University Applications Guidance
• UK Boarding School Entrance Guidance
• International Schools' Business Development Consultancy

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30+

Years at Elite Independent Schools (UK & abroad)

17+

Years Edexcel Economics Expert Examiner

87%+

Students achieved
A* / A

My Background

I hold a Bachelor's and Master's in Economics and a PGCE from the Institute of Education, UCL—one of the world's leading centres for teacher training. For 17 years, I have served as a teacher of Economics, and an Edexcel Economics Expert Examiner for both IGCSE and A Level, giving me unique insight into marking criteria, common pitfalls, and what truly earns top grades.I was Director of Higher Education at a prestigious UK boarding school, where I guided hundreds of students through UCAS applications, Russell Group, Oxbridge & Ivy League Applications, and strategic course selection. Under my tenure 90%+ students gained offers from top Russell Group and Ivy League universities annually over 9 years. This dual perspective—as both examiner and admissions specialist—allows me to offer students a complete pathway to success.As Director of Global Business Development at a top Boarding school with several sister schools abroad, I have gained valuable insights, contacts and experience to offer consultancy services to schools, investors, operators and governors.

What Sets Me Apart

Economics Tuitions: My approach goes beyond simply covering the syllabus. Every lesson is tailored to the individual student, addressing their specific knowledge gaps while building the application, analytical and evaluative skills that Exam Boards demand. I teach exam technique as rigorously as economic theory—how to structure essays, manage time effectively, and apply real-world examples that demonstrate sophisticated understanding.University Applications: I provide strategic guidance on curating a cutting-edge super-curricular portfolio, personal statements, interview preparation, and course selection, drawing on my extensive experience placing students at Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial, and top Ivy League institutions like Harvard, Brown, UCLA, Columbia, Yale, UPenn , NYU and Stranford.Business Development: As a member of IoD and having served as Director of Global Business Development, I can share my expertise in creating school operating business plans, due diligence, suggesting strategic partnerships, franchise contract negotiations, entering new markets and generating commercial revenue streams.Boarding School Entrance Guidance: Having spent 20 years at one of the top full-boarding schools of the country afforded me deep insights into the nature of students and families that are considered to be the right fit. I can not only help with ISEB and internal assessments along with choice of school, but also guide students on preparing well and presenting themselves in the right context.Whether you're aiming to improve from a B to an A/A* in Economics, navigating the UCAS and US University Applications process, or seeking consultancy for your school or company, I offer expertise that delivers measurable results.

Economics Tuition

Ideal For:

Students aiming for top universities, those struggling with economics, or anyone seeking grade improvement from D/C to B or B to A\A*.

What's Included:

Expert 1:1 and small group tuition for Edexcel IGCSE and A Level Economics. Master exam technique, essay structure, and real-world application and evaluation to consistently achieve A*-A grades.

University & Career Guidance

Ideal For:

Ambitious Year 12-13 students targeting Russell Group, Oxbridge, and top international universities.

What's Included:

Comprehensive support for UCAS, Russell Group & Ivy League Universities' applications, Oxbridge & Medicine applications preparation, personal statements help, interview coaching, and strategic course selection aligned with your career ambitions.

School/ Business Consultancy

Ideal For:

School leadership teams, trustees, governing bodies, and education entrepreneurs (School Operators, Property Companies, Financiers) seeking expert guidance to take premium British Education abroad

What's Included:

Strategic advice for independent schools, international school groups, and education investors on Franchise models, curriculum design, quality assurance, School Policies, governance and institutional excellence.

Boarding School Admissions Guidance

Ideal For:

International families and UK parents seeking independent education at Britain's leading prep and boarding schools

What's Included:

Comprehensive guidance for parents navigating UK boarding school admissions, including school selection strategy, entrance exam preparation (Common Entrance, 13+), and interview coaching.

Success Stories

What Families Say

"Marya transformed my son's confidence and ability. From a B to an A* in A Level Economics — truly outstanding." - Mr P

"The exam tips and real-life examples helped me understand Economics on a deeper level. Highly recommended!" - Abdul

"Ms A believed in my capabilities....I am not sure how much of my decision to study Economics at university had to do with my interest in the matter vs how much she made me love the subject! She taught me higher level skills of analysis, evaluation and data interpretation" - Amina- Many thanks for your time and for sending detailed feedback on Felix's Cambridge Natural Sciences interview practice sessions. He found the sessions very helpful, and we really appreciate your support and guidance - Xiaoqiong